Funchal Essentials Free Tour
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Join us on this walking tour to discover key moments in Madeira's History! We will show you some of the main attractions of Funchal and also take you to some less-known areas amongst tourists! You have only been to a place if you walked there!
Funchal is the Capital of Madeira Island, the first Portuguese settlement overseas in the 15th Century. Soon, Funchal became a very important port in the Atlantic, as many ships stopped here to get supplies.
Madeira supplied sugar to Europe in the 15th and 16th Centuries. The sugar trade brought wealth to the Island, which attracted many foreigners.
Due to a sugar trade, Christopher Colombus was in Madeira for the first time in 1478. He then lived on the Archipelago, where he married a local lady.
With the decline of the sugar trade in Madeira, the Wine industry took over. The fortified Madeira Wine is known worldwide, and according to Thomas Jefferson, it is the wine of every civilized man! Want to know more? Join our Funchal Essentials tour to learn this and much more! Highlights include:
-Parque Santa Catarina -Municipal Garden -Cathedral - Local businesses recommendations -Municipal Square -São Pedro’s Historical Centre -English Church OLD TOWN NOT INCLUDED ON THIS TOUR.
Please note: -Funchal is hilly, and we're going upstairs and downstairs on this tour. -Not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
Don't miss out. Discover Funchal's rich history with us!
Meeting point
Capela de Santa Catarina, Funchal.
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 09:30, 14:30 (Funchal time)
- Coming up
- 54 departures in 3 months
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Capela de Santa Catarina, Funchal.. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
54 departures are listed in the next three months, usually at 09:30 and 14:30. Times are local to Funchal.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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